Heather Riedel

heather@riedelphotography.com

Since I discovered dog photography, the trajectory of my life has greatly shifted. My current career focus revolves around capturing man's best friend in a way that will bring a smile to a person's face for years to come. I am passionate about the process from start to finish, which includes an emotional component along with the technical execution. From the moment I wake up until I enter a dream state, my thoughts are consumed with ideas about how to capture any dog in its true essence and purest form.

 
  • Adobe Photoshop & Lightroom

    Photography/Video

    Social Media

    Self Management

    Creativity

    Communication

  • Canon 5D Mark IV

    35mm f/ 1.2

    100-400mm f/4.5

    135mm f/2.0

    GoPro 360

    DJI Mavic 3 Drone

    iPhone 13

    DJI Iphone Gimbal

 

Experience

  • Photographer for dogs, professionals, portraits, and landscapes.

    -Consult with leads to discuss their desires and needs for their photography session and convert into paying clients

    -Create social media content and copy for promoting photography services

    -Enhance and retouch captured photos for clients to present final product in their preferred style

    -Optimized images for other mediums like posters, cups, clothing, and more

    -Used social media to generate leads and secure new contracts

    -Provide expert consultation to each client (corporate or individual) on creating the most appropriate style, mood and expression to meet or elevate their expectations from each shoot

    -Quickly adapts to changing circumstances and able to solve problems that arise when photographing news stories

  • Guided leasing operations for a 110-unit community, engaging in direct client relations and driving the sales lifecycle from first point of contact through post-contract.

    -Steered lead generation and sales conversion, renting out 50 units.

    -Negotiated and secured contracts with 50 new residents, generating more than $175,000 in annual revenue within a 12-month timeframe, using consultative selling methodologies

    -Collected appropriate fees, promptly addressing delinquent accounts; mitigated delinquency, pursuing eviction in accordance with procedures

    -Assisted residents with move-in/move-out requirements, maintaining financial and legal obligations

    -Collaborated with maintenance to confirm availability of units, and to ensure damage and landscape issues are dealt with in a timely and efficient manner

    -Scheduled appointments for property tours; reviewed tenant application forms; conducted background checks; informed tenants of property guidelines

  • Oversee household logistics, managing family calendar and scheduling. Provide a stimulating environment through creative activities.

Certifications & Training

American Red Cross

Cat and Dog First Aid
04/21/2022

DONA International

Doula Certification
03/01/2019